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Use the jig saw and straight edge. Put blue tape on the saw shoe to prevent any scratching. Smooth cut edge with a file. Put cut edge down when installing. Most likely it's plated aluminum anyway, but could be brass.

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Use the jig saw and straight edge. Put blue tape on the saw shoe to prevent any scratching. Smooth cut edge with a file. Put cut edge down when installing. Most likely it's plated aluminum anyway, but could be brass.

That was pretty much my plan. Except I wasn't worried about scratching the side I'm sawing on because I'm sawing the underside...that way the blade will be pulling up. I was thinking of using a fine sanding block to smooth.

Not sure if it is nickel plated brass or stainless or aluminum...doesn't say. Stainless will be the toughest on the blade.

My biggest fear is pulling and warping the plate...which is why I'm not considering cutting it with snips. Clamping it between a couple boards and letting the blade do the cutting...vs. pushing...should prevent that.

I'm also concerned about getting the attachment holes aligned. I'll use a centerpunch before I drill so the bit won't wander.